12 TV Shows That Debuted After the Super Bowl

The Cloverfield Paradox was far from the first time the Super Bowl was used to release a new project.

Update: In the wake of the big Cloverfield Paradox surprise drop after the Super Bowl this past weekend, we figured it was worth taking a look at this story once again...The Super Bowl tends to be one of the highest-rated TV programs in any given year. Networks have often capitalized on that by using the Super Bowl to lead into their other high-profile shows. Case in point, this year NBC followed up Super Bowl LII with a tear-jerking new episode of This Is Us.

Sometimes, though, networks attempt to use the Super Bowl to bring more eyes to brand new shows. Sometimes that can give a show the early momentum it needs to find a lasting audience. Other times, cancellation is still right around the corner. Here's a look back at 12 shows that premiered after the big game over the years.